Fresno police will conduct DUI patrols from 6 p.m. to 4 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026, reminding drivers that impairment from alcohol, drugs or marijuana is illegal and carries costly penalties. (GV Wire Composite)
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The Fresno Police Department will conduct DUI patrols on Saturday from 6 p.m. to 4 a.m., targeting drivers suspected of driving under the influence.
Police reminded the public that impaired driving is not limited to alcohol, noting that some prescription medications and over-the-counter drugs can interfere with driving.
Drivers are urged to follow directions for use and read warning labels related to driving. While medicinal and recreational marijuana are legal, driving under the influence of marijuana remains illegal.
Officials said drivers charged with a first-time DUI face an average of $13,500 in fines and penalties, along with a suspended driver’s license.
Funding for the patrols is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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